Scott County, Indiana
The dominant drainage class is Moderately well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C/D (varies with drainage). This report summarizes the major soil map units across the survey area to help you understand what to expect when buying, building, or gardening in Scott County, Indiana.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nabb silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 7K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Avonburg silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 7K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cincinnati silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 6K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Blocher-Cincinnati silt loams, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 5K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hickory-Bonnell complex, 12 to 25 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gnawbone-Kurtz silt loams, 20 to 60 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nabb silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 4K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Stendal silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded, brief duration | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cincinnati-Blocher silt loams, 6 to 12 percent slopes, severely eroded | 4K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Haubstadt silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 4K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Stendal silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded, very brief duration | 3K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bonnie silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded, brief duration | 3K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Scottsburg silt loam, 2 to 4 percent slopes, eroded | 3K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cobbsfork silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 3K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Jennings-Blocher, hard bedrock substratum, silt loams, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 3K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Jennings silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 2K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pekin silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 2K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 2K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Dubois silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 2K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Brownstown-Gilwood silt loams, 25 to 75 percent slopes | 2K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 89% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include steep slopes, poor drainage in some areas, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 97% of soils are rated "very limited" for septic absorption fields. Despite good drainage overall, limitations may stem from shallow bedrock, steep slopes, or seasonal conditions. Engineered or alternative systems are frequently required. Always get a professional perc test before purchasing land that needs septic.
Gardening & Agriculture
Well-drained soils on sloped terrain — good for most plants but watch for erosion. Terracing, contour planting, and mulching help retain moisture and topsoil. Drip irrigation is more effective than sprinklers on slopes.